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from $3,364

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Danube Symphony (Eastbound)

Vilshofen to Budapest - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Expression

• Explore Linz historic sites
• Cruise scenic Wachau Valley
• Stroll Bratislava Old Town
• Taste Wachau Valley wines

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Vilshofen / Budapest

Activities

Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Board Avalon Expression for an 8-day Danube River cruise from Germany to Hungary. Visit Linz, Vienna, and Bratislava, sail through the Wachau Valley, and enjoy optional experiences such as a Linzer Torte cooking class, wine tasting, or a guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace before ending in Budapest.

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from $9,590

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Gems of the Danube

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber

• Explore Budapest’s architecture
• Visit Durnstein vineyards
• Discover Melk, magnificent abbey
• Explore Regensburg, medieval town

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Budapest / Munich

Activity Level

Variable

Join an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Scenic Amber, exploring historic cities along the Danube River. Experience Budapest's architecture, Vienna's musical heritage, and Germany's UNESCO-listed Regensburg while enjoying Central Europe's scenic beauty.

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from $3,849

EBD $4000

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Magna on the Danube - Cruise only

Vilshofen to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna

• Explore Passau
• Discover Salzburg
• Experience Melk Abbey
• Visit Vienna

Starts / Ends

Vilshofen / Budapest

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest aboard MS AmaMagna. Enjoy captivating architecture, music, and culinary experiences. Explore Vienna's Baroque gems, savor epicurean delights, and discover vibrant cultures in Budapest and Bratislava.

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from $7,990

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Danube Delights

Budapest to Regensburg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky

• Visit Vienna’s top museum
• Tour Gottweig Abbey, Austria
• Taste sausage in Regensburg
• Hike to Dürnstein Castle

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Budapest / Regensburg

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Central Europe on an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Regensburg aboard Emerald Sky. Discover cities like Bratislava, Vienna, and Passau with guided tours, active hikes, and bike rides. Enjoy regional culture with local tastings, folklore performances, and UNESCO-listed sites along the Danube River.

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from $8,590

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Danube Explorer

Munich - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna

• Visit Bavarian Farm
• Tour Cesky Krumlov
• Walk through historic Melk Abbey
• Visit Budapest Market

Starts / Ends

Munich / Budapest

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the charm of the Danube on an 8-day Emerald Luna journey from Munich to Budapest. Wander through Bavarian villages, medieval Český Krumlov, and Melk Abbey. Explore Vienna’s Ringstrasse and Bratislava Castle, then enjoy walking tours, hikes, and bike rides before a guided visit to Budapest’s markets and landmarks.

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from $4,049

$2500

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Blue Danube Discovery - Cruise Only

Budapest - Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amareina

• Explore Bratislava’s panoramic view
• Discover Vienna’s imperial grandeur
• Wander Durnstein’s cobbled streets
• Admire Melk’s grand abbey

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Budapest / Nuremberg

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg on the MS Amareina, discovering art and culture in iconic cities like Vienna, Passau, and Regensburg. Enjoy stunning landscapes in the Wachau Valley and marvel at Europe's Continental Divide, connecting its waterways.

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from $4,230

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Danube Dreams (Westbound)

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression

• Explore Budapest’s Heroes Square
• Walk Bratislava’s Old Town
• Marvel at Melk Abbey
• See Passau’s three rivers

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Budapest / Vilshofen

Activities

Hiking, Biking, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Experience an 8-day Danube River cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard Avalon Impression. Discover Budapest’s grand landmarks, Bratislava’s Old Town, Vienna’s imperial treasures, and the Wachau Valley’s vineyards and abbeys. Explore Linz, Salzburg, or Cesky Krumlov, and witness Passau where three rivers meet, before ending in charming Vilshofen.

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from $4,449

$2500

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Best of the Danube - Cruise Only

Roundtrip Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amareina

• Explore Bratislava’s medieval charm
• Marvel at Wachau Valley’s scenery
• Discover Melk’s rich history
• Wander Linz’s vibrant streets

Starts / Ends

Budapest / Budapest

Activity Level

Variable

Sail the Danube on this 8-day cruise aboard MS Amareina, exploring imperial capitals, UNESCO treasures, and architectural gems. Discover Vienna, Bratislava, and Salzburg, where history, music, and Old-World charm come to life.

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from $4,724

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Romantic Danube

11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata

• Tour historical sites in Prague
• See old-world architecture
• Bike along the Inn River
• Choose from optional excursions

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Spend three nights in Prague and enjoy a fascinating cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest with stops in the charming cities of Passau, Austria, Vienna, and Hungary aboard the MS Amasonata.

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from $9,790

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Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest

Budapest - Passau - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star

• Join a tour around Budapest
• Walk to the city of Regensburg
• Explore the architectures in Passau
• Drive and walk around Vienna

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Budapest / Passau

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 10-day river cruise on the Emerald Star to explore the Danube's rich culture and history, with highlights including an extended stay in Budapest and visits to UNESCO World Heritage sites. Experience authentic regional cuisine and entertainment while discovering historic cities and connecting with local communities.

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from $4,599

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Danube Holiday Markets

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa

• Vörösmarty Square Christmas Market
• Experience a Slovakian Christmas
• Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites
• Discover Vienna Art History Museum
• Step into Benedictine Monastery

Starts / Ends

Budapest / Passau

Activities

Christmas Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the Danube Holiday Markets on this 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Passau aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Music lovers enjoy special holiday treats, from onboard caroling to an exclusive organ recital. Shoppers delight in picking out unique gifts at Christmas markets in Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk, Salzburg, and Passau.

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from $5,534

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Blue Danube Discovery

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata

• Admire charming Budapest
• Enjoy unique Hungarian traditions
• Discover Vienna's Imperial Palace
• Taste Dürnstein’s unique wine

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the Danube River on this unique 13-day exploration of Europe. Start with 2 nights in historical Budapest, followed by an unforgettable 7-night Danube River cruise to Nuremberg, concluding with 3 nights in the charming city of Prague. A flexible itinerary with plenty of daily tour options allows you to design your own trip.

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from $4,249

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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Nuremberg - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalea

• Visit the Great Market Hall
• Explore Vörösmarty Square
• Join a guided bike ride
• Join a walking tour of Passau

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Travel back through centuries as you walk along cobblestone streets through grand cities and historic towns bedecked with twinkling Christmas trees and lined with wooden huts gleaming with handcrafted treasures. Enjoy an 8-day cruise of Iconic Christmas Markets aboard MS Amalea!

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from $12,190

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Splendours of Europe

Budapest - Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn

• Explore Budapest’s grand landmarks
• Discover Bratislava’s Old Town
• Tour Vienna’s imperial highlights
• Visit Melk Abbey’s ancient library

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Budapest / Amsterdam

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 14-day river cruise on the Emerald Dawn, starting in Budapest and exploring cities like Vienna, Wurzburg, and Cologne along the Danube, Rhine, and Main rivers. Experience guided tours and unique cultural highlights, culminating in Amsterdam's vibrant atmosphere.

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from $11,590

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Splendours of Europe

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun

• Explore Amsterdam’s canals
• Admire Rhine Gorge castles
• Tour Rudesheim’s music museum
• Wander Miltenberg’s medieval street

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Amsterdam / Budapest

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 15-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest on the Emerald Sun, visiting cities like Cologne, Vienna, and Bratislava. Enjoy guided tours, local encounters, and stunning sights along the Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers, ending in Budapest.

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from $3,749

EBD $4000

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Magna on the Danube - Budapest to Vilshofen

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna

• Experience Melk Abbey
• Explore Passau
• Discover Salzburg
• Visit Vienna

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Budapest / Vilshofen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard MS AmaMagna. Enjoy captivating architecture, music, and culinary experiences. Explore Vienna's Baroque gems, savor epicurean delights, and discover vibrant cultures in Budapest and Bratislava.

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from $7,990

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Danube Delights

Munich - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star

• Experience Regensburg’s Old Town
• Explore Passau’s old town
• Visit Gottweig Abbey
• Discover Vienna’s art legacy

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Munich / Budapest

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Munich to Budapest on the Emerald Star, exploring Germany's charm through guided walks and city tours. Discover how Austria and Hungary blend historic sites with modern development, highlighting the Danube's importance to European culture.

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from $7,990

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Danube Delights

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny

• Explore Budapest’s grand landmarks
• Tour Bratislava’s Old Town
• Admire Vienna’s artistic heritage
• Walk Regensburg’s medieval lanes

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Budapest / Munich

Activity Level

Variable

Experience an 8-day Danube river cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Emerald Destiny, exploring four countries rich in history and culture. Guided tours reveal the architectural marvels and imperial heritage of Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, and Germany.

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